Indonesia Palembang 1 Pitis Pirate Money Copper

Indonesia Palembang 1 Pitis Pirate Money Copper Indonesia Palembang 1 Pitis Pirate Money ICG Genuine Copper Coin This historical specimen is a copper 1 Pitis from the Palembang Sultanate in Indonesia, famously known as Pirate Money due to its circulation in the bustling maritime trade routes of the East Indies. The coin features a central hole, which historically allowed these pieces to be strung together for easy transport by merchants and sailors. This specific item is professionally encapsulated and graded as Genuine by ICG, housed in a special themed slab that features unique skull and treasure map graphics, adding significant character and collector appeal. As a copper issue from the era of the Sultanate, this piece serves as a tangible link to the regional history of Palembang and the golden age of seafaring commerce in Southeast Asia. Indonesia Palembang 1 Pitis Pirate Money Copper ICG Genuine Condition: This item is encapsulated by ICG and graded as Genuine, meaning it has been verified for its origin despite any surface wear or environmental aging common to this era of coinage. The piece exhibits a dark, aged patina consistent with historical copper alloys used in maritime regions. It features a central hole and shows significant circulation wear, which is typical for small-denomination currency of the Palembang Sultanate. The mint is the Palembang Sultanate on the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. The metal content is copper or a copper alloy. Historically, these pitis were used throughout the 18th and early 19th centuries and are often associated with the regional trade networks and "pirate money" lore of the East Indies. The strike type is cast, which was the traditional manufacturing method for this style of coinage in Southeast Asia. This specimen is identified by ICG under serial number 24356301153. pirate money, 1 pitis, indonesia, palembang, coin, numismatics, graded coin, icg genuine, tin coin, sultanate, historical currency, southeast asia, antique coin, slabbed coin, collectible 1 Pitis, Indonesia Palembang, Pirate Money, ICG Graded Coin, Ancient Coins, Numismatics, Rare Currency, Sultanate of Palembang, Indonesian History, Collectible Coins IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or win